AT&T Or Verizon

dogma · 03-08-2013, 07:16 PM

We have Verizon but get terrible coverage South Wolfeboro and 28 through Alton. Looking to buy new home in Alton but need the cell coverage.. any ideas?

woodynh · 03-27-2013, 05:03 PM

Thanks for all the responses. I did a lot of research and have gone in a totally different direction. I found this company out of North Carolina called Republic Wireless and they do a hybrid service. If you can get a wireless signal then it makes calls from that and if not then it uses Sprint which is CDMA and will also works off the Verizon towers. The best part is it is unlimited phone text and data for $19 a month. There is currently only one choice for a phone which is a Motorola Defy XT and costs $250 but so far so good.

My daughter has been testing out our first phone and so far anywhere her current Verizon phone is the Republic Wireless phone has had the same signal and we live in Moultonborough. I plan on switching my wife and other daughter over to them next week and we will have 3 smartphones for $57 a month and the same service area as Verizon.

There are a few quircks with Republic as they are a new company just starting up. No MMS and only one phone available until late summer where they will be offering more choices. Customer service is strictly web based but so far that hasn't been an issue. Probably the biggest deal is they can't offer any numbers in the 603 area code so we will have to change phone numbers.

The upside is obviously cost but also areas that have weak or no cell service if they have internet you can make calls. This also applies if you are out of the country you can use the internet to make calls. I really like this internet calling capability.

This company appears to be growing and you can't beat the price. They encourage you to try it for 30 days to see if it works for you and in your area. If not return it and they will refund your money.

rick35 · 07-09-2013, 09:48 PM

I'm thinking about switching from Verizon to AT&T this month when my contract is up. I can't get 3G where we are on Bear and I need to be able to use the hotspot to connect my computer to the office. When I checked the verizon and AT&T coverage maps they both indicated I should be able to get 4G service. Does anyone have any experience with AT&T around South Bear? I'd hate to make the switch only to find service isn't any better.

Den65 · 07-16-2013, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by rick35

I'm thinking about switching from Verizon to AT&T this month when my contract is up. I can't get 3G where we are on Bear and I need to be able to use the hotspot to connect my computer to the office. When I checked the verizon and AT&T coverage maps they both indicated I should be able to get 4G service. Does anyone have any experience with AT&T around South Bear? I'd hate to make the switch only to find service isn't any better.

Sorry to say coverage maps lie, at&t not much better on the islands, also there is no 4g around the lakes hasen't been built yet, if you see 4g on your phone it's just a modified 3g signal. you are not getting true 4g lte speed. How would I know this, i maintain the sites for at&t in the lakes region north.I don't pick where they go or I would have better service at my house. good luck with your choice.

rick35 · 07-16-2013, 10:18 PM

My new AT&T iphone arrived today. I had a hard time getting a Verizon 1x connection let alone 3G. One of our guests used his AT&T hotspot to stream a Bruins game during the playoffs and if he could do that I figured it was worth the switch.

I appreciate the info and the candor. The AT&T rep I talked to a couple of weeks ago didn't say anything about not having 4G around the lake. She even told me where the towers were. Sounds like the same half answer I get from Comcast for my home service.

Den65 · 07-17-2013, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by rick35

My new AT&T iphone arrived today. I had a hard time getting a Verizon 1x connection let alone 3G. One of our guests used his AT&T hotspot to stream a Bruins game during the playoffs and if he could do that I figured it was worth the switch.

I appreciate the info and the candor. The AT&T rep I talked to a couple of weeks ago didn't say anything about not having 4G around the lake. She even told me where the towers were. Sounds like the same half answer I get from Comcast for my home service.

well I will say thanks for swithing to our system, I will try and keep them running at 100%(as always) for you so you can see those bruins games. Will come back on and let you know when LTE is launching. It is in place in several sites but it won't be on until they have completed the build. We do also have a few new sites coming on line to continue service around the lake. Will still have some dead spots but hopefully it will get better. I have to listen to my wife when she drops. Next site coming on line is off rt25 in sandwich been a drop spot forever.

codeman671 · 07-17-2013, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by rick35

My new AT&T iphone arrived today. I had a hard time getting a Verizon 1x connection let alone 3G. One of our guests used his AT&T hotspot to stream a Bruins game during the playoffs and if he could do that I figured it was worth the switch.

I appreciate the info and the candor. The AT&T rep I talked to a couple of weeks ago didn't say anything about not having 4G around the lake. She even told me where the towers were. Sounds like the same half answer I get from Comcast for my home service.

Do you have DSL or Metrocast internet over there? If so install an AT&T 3G Microcell. Its not 4G, but it is consistent signal at full strength which you don't have now. It was definitely the answer to our cell issues.

rick35 · 07-17-2013, 10:05 PM

We decided we dont need internet for personal use at the lake and the initial 12 month metrocast or fairpoint contract makes it not worth the money. My company wont pay for cable or dsl but they do pay for my phone and hotspot so I can stay connected from the lake.

rick35 · 07-20-2013, 11:11 PM

My new AT&T iphone 5 works pretty well. Download speed through the hotspot to my ipad was 5.86 Mbps and upload was 1.04 Mbps. I never checked my Verizon phone but it felt like dial up.

Irrigation Guy · 07-09-2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by woodynh

Thanks for all the responses. I did a lot of research and have gone in a totally different direction. I found this company out of North Carolina called Republic Wireless and they do a hybrid service. If you can get a wireless signal then it makes calls from that and if not then it uses Sprint which is CDMA and will also works off the Verizon towers. The best part is it is unlimited phone text and data for $19 a month. There is currently only one choice for a phone which is a Motorola Defy XT and costs $250 but so far so good.

My daughter has been testing out our first phone and so far anywhere her current Verizon phone is the Republic Wireless phone has had the same signal and we live in Moultonborough. I plan on switching my wife and other daughter over to them next week and we will have 3 smartphones for $57 a month and the same service area as Verizon.

There are a few quircks with Republic as they are a new company just starting up. No MMS and only one phone available until late summer where they will be offering more choices. Customer service is strictly web based but so far that hasn't been an issue. Probably the biggest deal is they can't offer any numbers in the 603 area code so we will have to change phone numbers.

The upside is obviously cost but also areas that have weak or no cell service if they have internet you can make calls. This also applies if you are out of the country you can use the internet to make calls. I really like this internet calling capability.

This company appears to be growing and you can't beat the price. They encourage you to try it for 30 days to see if it works for you and in your area. If not return it and they will refund your money.

Any updates on republic? Sounds like a great option for many.

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4 for Boating · 07-10-2013, 07:18 PM

Take this for what's it's worth location-wise compared to where you are but I can tell you that on the mainland over by Shep B's BB we have an AT&T phone and a Verizon 4G jetpack/hot spot puck. The AT&T aspect is spotty (Coverage and performance) but the Verizon 4G puck works great. (Very, very fast)

I have the AT&T phone connect via the hotspot when accessing the internet as the that's how much slower the AT&T 4G is.

samosetguy · 07-10-2013, 07:55 PM

I have no experience with AT&T but I've had very good experiences using Verizon in Gilford near the Alton town line.

In fact, I noticed over the 4th that my coverage on my phone is now 4G. I don't remember getting 4G last summer but maybe I did.

Lakesrider · 07-10-2013, 11:35 PM

At the Verizon store in Nashua a few days ago I was told to wait a month or so before upgrading. That several new phones were coming out and a rumored iPhone 5S which wold make the iPhone 5 drop to $100.00. Not sure how true, just telling what I was told the other day by the Verizon Store "Closer". You know the guy that tries to talk you into getting something before you leave the store.....? Well this guy told me to wait, believe it or not.....

Irrigation Guy · 07-14-2013, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by LocalRealtor

Any updates on republic? Sounds like a great option for many.

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Woodynh? I'm gonna go out on a limb from the lack of response and guess it didn't work out as planned?

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03-08-2013, 07:16 PM	#1
dogma Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 75 Thanks: 3 Thanked 46 Times in 10 Posts	Verizon in Wolfeboro/Alton We have Verizon but get terrible coverage South Wolfeboro and 28 through Alton. Looking to buy new home in Alton but need the cell coverage.. any ideas?

03-27-2013, 05:03 PM	#2
woodynh Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 45 Thanks: 3 Thanked 21 Times in 7 Posts	Republic Wireless Thanks for all the responses. I did a lot of research and have gone in a totally different direction. I found this company out of North Carolina called Republic Wireless and they do a hybrid service. If you can get a wireless signal then it makes calls from that and if not then it uses Sprint which is CDMA and will also works off the Verizon towers. The best part is it is unlimited phone text and data for $19 a month. There is currently only one choice for a phone which is a Motorola Defy XT and costs $250 but so far so good. My daughter has been testing out our first phone and so far anywhere her current Verizon phone is the Republic Wireless phone has had the same signal and we live in Moultonborough. I plan on switching my wife and other daughter over to them next week and we will have 3 smartphones for $57 a month and the same service area as Verizon. There are a few quircks with Republic as they are a new company just starting up. No MMS and only one phone available until late summer where they will be offering more choices. Customer service is strictly web based but so far that hasn't been an issue. Probably the biggest deal is they can't offer any numbers in the 603 area code so we will have to change phone numbers. The upside is obviously cost but also areas that have weak or no cell service if they have internet you can make calls. This also applies if you are out of the country you can use the internet to make calls. I really like this internet calling capability. This company appears to be growing and you can't beat the price. They encourage you to try it for 30 days to see if it works for you and in your area. If not return it and they will refund your money.

07-09-2013, 09:48 PM	#3
rick35 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bear Island/Merrimack Posts: 807 Thanks: 58 Thanked 203 Times in 130 Posts	South Bear Coverage?? I'm thinking about switching from Verizon to AT&T this month when my contract is up. I can't get 3G where we are on Bear and I need to be able to use the hotspot to connect my computer to the office. When I checked the verizon and AT&T coverage maps they both indicated I should be able to get 4G service. Does anyone have any experience with AT&T around South Bear? I'd hate to make the switch only to find service isn't any better.

07-16-2013, 10:18 PM	#5
rick35 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bear Island/Merrimack Posts: 807 Thanks: 58 Thanked 203 Times in 130 Posts	made the switch My new AT&T iphone arrived today. I had a hard time getting a Verizon 1x connection let alone 3G. One of our guests used his AT&T hotspot to stream a Bruins game during the playoffs and if he could do that I figured it was worth the switch. I appreciate the info and the candor. The AT&T rep I talked to a couple of weeks ago didn't say anything about not having 4G around the lake. She even told me where the towers were. Sounds like the same half answer I get from Comcast for my home service.

07-20-2013, 11:11 PM	#9
rick35 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bear Island/Merrimack Posts: 807 Thanks: 58 Thanked 203 Times in 130 Posts	Works well My new AT&T iphone 5 works pretty well. Download speed through the hotspot to my ipad was 5.86 Mbps and upload was 1.04 Mbps. I never checked my Verizon phone but it felt like dial up.

07-17-2013, 10:05 PM	#8
rick35 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bear Island/Merrimack Posts: 807 Thanks: 58 Thanked 203 Times in 130 Posts	We decided we dont need internet for personal use at the lake and the initial 12 month metrocast or fairpoint contract makes it not worth the money. My company wont pay for cable or dsl but they do pay for my phone and hotspot so I can stay connected from the lake.

07-10-2013, 07:18 PM	#11
4 for Boating Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 241 Thanks: 1 Thanked 41 Times in 28 Posts	Verizon vs. AT&T Take this for what's it's worth location-wise compared to where you are but I can tell you that on the mainland over by Shep B's BB we have an AT&T phone and a Verizon 4G jetpack/hot spot puck. The AT&T aspect is spotty (Coverage and performance) but the Verizon 4G puck works great. (Very, very fast) I have the AT&T phone connect via the hotspot when accessing the internet as the that's how much slower the AT&T 4G is.

07-10-2013, 07:55 PM	#12
samosetguy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 63 Thanks: 42 Thanked 36 Times in 15 Posts	Verizon I have no experience with AT&T but I've had very good experiences using Verizon in Gilford near the Alton town line. In fact, I noticed over the 4th that my coverage on my phone is now 4G. I don't remember getting 4G last summer but maybe I did.

07-10-2013, 11:35 PM	#13
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	At the Verizon store in Nashua a few days ago I was told to wait a month or so before upgrading. That several new phones were coming out and a rumored iPhone 5S which wold make the iPhone 5 drop to $100.00. Not sure how true, just telling what I was told the other day by the Verizon Store "Closer". You know the guy that tries to talk you into getting something before you leave the store.....? Well this guy told me to wait, believe it or not.....